2026/27 Ghana Premier League: Week 7 Match Preview – FC Samartex 1996 vs Medeama SC

Medeama SCs unbeaten start to their 2026/27 Ghana Premier League title defence will face a stern examination when they travel to Samreboi to take on FC Samartex 1996 in the Western derby at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena on Sunday. The reigning champions remain the leagues only unbeaten side after six matches, having strengthened their position at the summit with a convincing 3-1 home victory over Heart of Lions last weekend.The Mauve and Yellow have accumulated 14 points from six matches, scoring a league-high 12 goals and conceding five. With four victories and a draw in their last five outings, Medeama will be determined to extend their impressive run. They have also shown consistency on the road, recording one win and two draws in their three away fixtures, scoring in each encounter.Samartex will be eager to respond after suffering their first defeat of the campaign, a narrow 1-0 loss to newly promoted FC Ashanti Gold 04.The Timber Giants have slipped to third place with 11 points, three behind Medeama, and will look to capitalise on home advantage, having recorded two wins and a draw in their opening three home matches.Their recent home record against the champions offers further encouragement, with Samartex winning twice and drawing twice in their last four league meetings with Medeama in Samreboi.